prologuize

/proʊˈlɒɡwɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to introduce or precede something, especially a book or a piece of writing, with a prologue or introduction.

“The author prologuized her novel with a detailed backstory of the main character.”

2. verb

to talk or write in a prologue-like manner, often to set the scene or establish the context.

“The professor prologuized the lecture by explaining the historical context of the topic.”

Synonyms

  • introduce
  • preface
  • prelude

Antonyms

  • conclude
  • terminate